BME 338 - Mechanobiology

Course Units: 1.0

This course will focus on the mechanical regulation of biological systems. The topics covered include principles and concepts of mechanobiology; embryogenesis and histogenesis of tissues with a focus on the skeletal system; physical forces at the cellular, tissue, and organ level; mechanical regulation of cellular behavior, tissue growth and organ development. Prerequisite(s): BME 201 or equivalent. Prereq/Corequisite(s): Course is only open to BME majors.